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Rezan Demir-Cakanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Rechargeable batteries
• Electrochemical technologies
• Electrode materials
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Rezan Demir-Cakan is a leading academic in Chemical Engineering at Gebze Technical University’s Faculty of Engineering, with a focus on rechargeable battery technologies and electrochemical systems. Holding a PhD (2006-2009) from the Max Planck Institute and postdoctoral experience at CNRS (2009-2012), she bridges fundamental research with industrial applications through projects like Türkiye-France bilateral collaborations and TÜBİTAK grants. Her work spans Li-S, Na-ion, and aqueous electrolyte batteries, emphasizing scalable solutions and sustainable materials. Education: PhD: Max Planck Institute Colloids and Interfaces (2006-2009) MSc: Yildiz Technical University (2002-2005) BSc: Yildiz Technical University (1997-2002) Research Interests: Her group investigates advanced electrode materials, hydrothermal carbonization for battery components, and aqueous electrolyte systems. Specialized areas include polysulfide/polysulfate cathodes, inverse vulcanization polymer synthesis, and sustainable carbon precursor utilization from agricultural waste. Projects often address capacity fading mechanisms and industrial-scale battery design. Recent Publications: Her 15 most recent articles (2019-2020) focus on sodium-ion anodes, Li-S interlayer engineering, and aqueous electrolyte stability. Keywords span Energy Storage, Electrochemistry, and Polymer Chemistry, with subfields like Tin Sulfide Synthesis, Polysulfide Management, and Biomass-Derived Electrodes. Scientific Contributions: ODTU Research Incentive Award (2019) TÜBİTAK METATEG Advisory Board (2018-2019) Sorbonne University Invited Professor (2019) TUBA-GEBIP Distinguished Scientist (2018) Horizon 2020 Evaluator (2014-present) Advising & Projects: She has mentored 10+ PhD and Master’s students in sodium/Li-S battery research and led or advised 12+ grants including TÜBİTAK 1001 projects and France-Turkey bilateral collaborations. Her lab integrates materials synthesis, electrochemical testing, and industrial scalability analysis.

• Groundwater Modeling
• Contaminant Transport
• Environmental Remediation
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Claus Haslauer serves as Scientific Director at the Institute for Modelling Water and Environmental Systems and the Groundwater and Contaminated Site Remediation Test Facility (VEGAS) at the University of Stuttgart. He holds the academic rank of Professor within the Faculty of Civil and Environmental Engineering, specifically in the Department of Hydraulic Engineering and Water Resources Management. Haslauer has been affiliated with the institute since January 2019 and maintains an active research and teaching profile. His research interests focus on groundwater modeling, contaminant transport processes, environmental remediation technologies, hydrogeology, and soil engineering. Haslauer's work particularly emphasizes PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) research, investigating immobilization techniques, leaching behavior, and remediation strategies for these persistent contaminants. His methodological approaches include experimental testing at various scales (batch, column, lysimeter), numerical modeling, and field applications of remediation technologies. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong trend toward addressing complex environmental contamination challenges, particularly PFAS contamination in soil and groundwater systems. His research employs multi-scale experimental approaches combined with advanced modeling techniques to understand contaminant behavior and develop effective remediation strategies. The work spans fundamental hydrogeological processes to practical field applications, with significant emphasis on translating laboratory findings to real-world remediation scenarios. Haslauer teaches courses including Soil Engineering, Soil Experiments, Environmental Analytical Techniques, Statistics for Engineers, Environmental Measuring and Monitoring Technologies, Groundwater and Soil Remediation, and Hydrogeology Field Practice. His teaching integrates theoretical concepts with practical laboratory and field experiences, reflecting his research focus on experimental approaches to understanding subsurface processes.

• Colloid Chemistry
• Physical Chemistry
• Nanomaterials
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Evgeny Senokos serves as a Project Leader within the Colloid Chemistry department at the Max Planck Institute of Colloids and Interfaces in Potsdam, Germany, where he directs the SulGenesis research initiative. His work centers on advanced colloidal systems and interfacial phenomena. His research expertise spans critical domains in soft matter science: Colloid Chemistry Physical Chemistry Nanomaterials Surface Science Soft Matter Interfacial Phenomena Based at the institute's Am Mühlenberg campus (room K-2.118), he maintains active laboratory operations within the SulGenesis project framework. Dr. Senokos is accessible via telephone (+49 331 567-9569) and professional email correspondence.

• Biomaterials
• Micromechanics of Biological Materials
• Materials Science
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Chiara Micheletti is a Research Fellow in the Biomaterials department at the Max Planck Institute of Colloids and Interfaces, Potsdam, Germany, specializing in the micromechanics of biological materials to investigate mechanical behaviors at microscopic scales. Her core research interests include: Biomaterials Micromechanics of Biological Materials Materials Science Biophysics She operates within the Micromechanics of Biological Materials research team, conducting experimental and theoretical work to advance fundamental understanding of biological material properties for potential biomedical applications. Dr. Micheletti is based in room K-0.214 and can be contacted via email at chiara.micheletti@mpikg.mpg.de or by phone at +49 331 567-9446.

Marialore Sulpiziمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Theoretical Physics
• Condensed Matter Physics
• Molecular Dynamics Simulations
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Marialore Sulpizi is a Professor of Theoretical Physics of Electrified Liquid-Solid Interfaces at Ruhr-University Bochum, Germany, and a core member of the RESOLV Cluster of Excellence. Previously, she served as Junior Professor (2010–2017) and Adjunct Professor (2017–2021) at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz. Her research focuses on molecular-scale understanding of electrified solid-liquid interfaces using ab initio and atomistic simulations, addressing phenomena like charge/mass transport in energy conversion and biomembrane systems. She holds a Laurea (M.Sc.) in Theoretical Physics from Università di Roma La Sapienza (1997) and a PhD in Condensed Matter Theory from SISSA (2001), followed by postdoctoral work at EPFL/ETHZ (Switzerland) and the University of Cambridge (UK). Research interests span interfacial electrochemistry, nanomaterials, and environmental interfaces. She explores how interfacial structure influences reactivity in systems like platinum electrodes, gold nanoparticles, and silicate surfaces. Key contributions include modeling electrolyte double layers, nanoparticle growth mechanisms, and surface acidity effects. Publications (2021–2025) highlight advancements in interfacial dynamics, ionic liquid confinement, and biomolecular solvation. Her work bridges fundamental physics with applied challenges in energy storage and biointerfaces. Collaborations with experimental groups enable validation of simulation predictions. Current projects investigate non-equilibrium interface behavior and solvent roles in chemical reactions.

Torsten Johnمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Biophysical Chemistry
• Computational Chemistry
• Biomolecular Self-Assembly
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Torsten John is an Assistant Professor of Physical Chemistry at the School of Science, Constructor University Bremen gGmbH, Germany. His research bridges biophysical chemistry and computational chemistry to engineer biomolecular systems for biomedical applications. PhD in Chemistry (2020) from Leipzig University (summa cum laude) Postdoctoral experience at Max Planck Institute, MIT, and Leibniz Institute of Surface Engineering Research focuses on biomolecular self-assembly and membrane interactions , with implications for antimicrobial strategies , nanomedicine , and neurodegenerative diseases . Articles show interdisciplinary work combining experimental and theoretical approaches . Publications include high-impact journals like Advanced Functional Materials and Nucleic Acids Research . His group develops bionanomaterials using peptide nanofibrils and DNA origami, with applications in viral particle isolation and exciton transport . Collaborations span institutions in Germany, USA, and Australia. Teaching includes Physical Chemistry (CO-440) and Physical Chemistry Lab (CO-446-B) .

• Protein Engineering
• Enzyme Engineering
• Biocatalysis
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Ulrich Schwaneberg serves as a University Professor at RWTH Aachen University's Faculty of Mathematics, Computer Science and Natural Sciences within the Institute of Biotechnology. His research group operates from the Biology Sammelbau facility (Worringerweg 3, Aachen) and maintains strong ties with the DWI - Leibniz Institute for Interactive Materials. His primary research focuses on protein engineering and biocatalysis , with significant contributions to plastic degradation technologies (particularly PET hydrolases), material-binding peptide development , and high-throughput screening methodologies . Key research thrusts include engineering enzymes for plastic recycling, developing anchor peptides for industrial applications, and creating novel biocatalytic systems for sustainable chemistry. Recent publications reveal a strong trend toward computational-guided enzyme design (using MD simulations and machine learning) combined with practical applications in environmental remediation . His team actively develops solutions for microplastic detection, phosphate recovery, and textile functionalization using biohybrid systems. The 2025 article portfolio demonstrates particular emphasis on PET degradation technologies and enzyme immobilization strategies. Prof. Schwaneberg leads the recently launched Materials Lab Incubator (MerLIn) funded with over 7 million euros from BAFA, and coordinates the Bio4MatPro competence center connecting industry partners with academic research. His group actively recruits Chinese students through CSC fellowships and organizes the annual Aachen Protein Engineering Summer School (AcES2) . The Schwaneberg group maintains state-of-the-art facilities for directed evolution, high-throughput screening, and biocatalytic process development, with strong industry partnerships focused on sustainable material innovations. Current initiatives include the development of flame-retardant textile coatings using biohybrid anchor peptides and scalable systems for plastic upcycling.

• Biocolloids
• Neutron Scattering
• Soft Matter Physics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Marité Cárdenas is an Ikerbasque Research Professor at the Biofisika Institute, a joint research center of the Spanish National Research Council (CSIC) and the University of the Basque Country (EHU), where she leads the Biocolloids and Neutron Scattering Laboratory. Her work bridges physical chemistry, biophysics, and materials science with a focus on interfacial systems. Research Interests: Dr. Cárdenas specializes in the study of biocolloids, soft matter, and biomaterials using neutron scattering and surface-sensitive techniques. Her research explores molecular interactions at interfaces, particularly relevant to biological and medical applications. This includes protein adsorption, lipid membranes, and colloidal stability in physiological environments. Her career includes research appointments at Lund University (Sweden), Malmö University, the University of Copenhagen (Denmark), and Nanyang Technological University (Singapore), reflecting a strong international profile. Dr. Cárdenas earned her PhD in Physical Chemistry from Lund University in 2005. She has built a research program centered on advanced experimental methods to probe nano- and micro-scale phenomena in complex biological fluids and materials. Scientific Affiliation and Recognition: Ikerbasque Research Professor, Ikerbasque Foundation, Basque Country Group Leader, Biocolloids and Neutron Scattering Laboratory, Biofisika Institute (CSIC, EHU) ORCID: 0000-0003-0392-3540 Advising and Research Leadership: As a group leader, Dr. Cárdenas supervises research projects and likely mentors PhD and postdoctoral researchers, though specific advisees are not listed. Her laboratory leverages neutron scattering facilities and interfacial analysis tools, suggesting collaborations with large-scale research infrastructures. Laboratory and Research Environment: The Biocolloids and Neutron Scattering Laboratory at the Biofisika Institute is located in the Science Park of the University of the Basque Country in Leioa, Spain. The lab focuses on experimental characterization of soft and biological materials using neutron reflectometry and related techniques.

• Biophysics
• Nanoscience
• Fluorescence Microscopy
• +۳ مورد دیگر

G. Ulrich Nienhaus is a Professor at the Institute of Applied Physics , Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) , and leads a research group focused on Biophysics and Nanoscopy . His work integrates physics, biology, chemistry, and computational methods to develop advanced light microscopy techniques with high spatial and temporal resolution. Key research areas include fluorescent protein engineering , single-molecule spectroscopy , super-resolution microscopy , and nanoparticle-biomolecule interactions . His group investigates molecular processes in living cells , protein folding , ligand dynamics , and quantitative imaging for biomedical and material science applications. Scientific Contributions span decades, with recent work highlighting innovative STED microscopy methods, DNA origami-based distance rulers , and fluorescent nanocluster applications . Publications emphasize biomolecular dynamics , nanoparticle corona formation , and live-cell imaging tools .

• Fiber Systems
• Biomaterials
• Multi-scale Characterization
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Nikolai Rosenthal serves as a Research Fellow in the Biomaterials department at the Max Planck Institute of Colloids and Interfaces (Potsdam, Germany), based in room K-0.238 with contact number +49 331 567-9262. His research specializes in multi-scale characterization of natural fiber systems and structures, focusing on geometric-constructive analysis and design transfer into technical applications. This interdisciplinary work bridges biomaterials science, biomimetics, and engineering, leveraging nature's architectural solutions for advanced material innovation. Key methodologies include structural analysis across micro to macro scales and bio-inspired design synthesis. Within the department, he contributes to the Adaptive Fibrous Materials research group, investigating natural fiber composites and their synthetic implementations for sustainable engineering solutions.

Martina Delbiancoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد پژوهشی

• Carbohydrate Materials
• Glycan Foldamers
• Supramolecular Chemistry
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Martina Delbianco is a Group Leader in the Carbohydrate Materials group within the Department of Biomolecular Systems at the Max Planck Institute of Colloids and Interfaces in Potsdam, Germany. Her research focuses on designing and engineering synthetic carbohydrate-based materials with controlled structures and functions. Dr. Delbianco's research interests center on carbohydrate chemistry, particularly the development of well-defined polysaccharides and glycan foldamers. Her work explores how these biomolecules can form supramolecular structures through hydrogen bonding and other interactions, with applications in therapeutics and advanced materials. She specializes in automated synthesis methods for creating precisely structured carbohydrates that can adopt specific shapes from helices to sheets. Her recent publications demonstrate significant advances in glycan foldamer science, including the development of catalytic glycans and methods for controlling glycan folding through ionic functional groups. These innovations represent groundbreaking work at the intersection of carbohydrate chemistry and materials science. Feltrinelli Prize for research on carbohydrate-based materials ERC Proof of Concept Grant (2024) for the GlycoRoads project Dr. Delbianco actively mentors students and postdoctoral researchers, supervising Bachelor's and Master's theses in her group. Her GlycoRoads ERC project aims to develop tools for designing glycans with specific shapes for therapeutic and materials applications. She collaborates extensively with researchers across Europe, including Yu Ogawa's group, and participates in major scientific conferences such as the Gordon Research Conference on Carbohydrates. Her laboratory focuses on creating software for glycan design, integrating molecular dynamics simulations and data analytics to facilitate the development of custom carbohydrate structures. This work positions her at the forefront of computational glycoscience and biomaterials engineering.

Jan Kierfeldمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Soft Matter Physics
• Biological Physics
• Statistical Physics
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Jan Kierfeld is a faculty member in the Department of Physics at Technical University of Dortmund, where he leads a research group focused on soft matter theory and biological physics. His work bridges statistical physics, mechanics, and hydrodynamics of soft and biological systems, with strong interdisciplinary connections to materials science and biophysics. His research interests include polymer physics , cytoskeletal filaments (actin and microtubules), elastic capsules and shells , active matter , and the development of novel simulation techniques such as event-chain Monte Carlo. He is particularly interested in how chemical energy (e.g., ATP/GTP hydrolysis) drives mechanical forces in biological systems, and in the mechanics of semiflexible polymer networks and microswimmers. His group also pioneers the application of machine learning to problems in soft matter, such as pendant drop tensiometry and traction force microscopy. The recent publications of Prof. Kierfeld span topics in biophysics, soft matter, and computational physics, showing a strong trend toward integrating theoretical modeling with experimental collaboration, especially in microswimmer dynamics, microtubule mechanics, and interfacial phenomena. His work frequently appears in journals such as Soft Matter , Physical Review , Biophysical Journal , and Nature Communications . He has no listed scientific awards in the provided text, but his active publication record and leadership in DFG programs (e.g., SPP1726 Microswimmers) indicate significant recognition in the field. He advises students and postdoctoral researchers in theoretical and computational soft matter physics, though specific names are not listed. His research is supported by grants from German funding agencies such as the DFG. Prof. Kierfeld’s group develops and applies advanced simulation methods and collaborates with experimentalists on problems involving elastic instabilities (buckling, wrinkling), microswimmers , and chemomechanical models of cellular structures. The group maintains strong technical development in numerical algorithms and data analysis tools, including open-source software like MLFTM for traction force microscopy.

• Computational Soft Matter
• Density Functional Theory
• Statistical Physics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Martin Oettel holds a faculty position at the University of Tübingen within the Department of Physics, Faculty of Science, where he leads the Computational Nanoscience research group at the Institute of Applied Physics. His academic address is at Auf der Morgenstelle 10, 72076 Tübingen, Germany. Since 2013, he has co-organized the annual Density Functional Days workshops alongside Joseph Brader (University of Fribourg) and Roland Roth (University of Tübingen), establishing an important forum for researchers in classical density functional theory. Professor Oettel's research focuses on computational soft matter physics , with particular expertise in density functional theory applications to colloidal systems, thin film growth, and phase transitions. His work spans both fundamental theoretical developments and applied materials science problems, especially in organic electronics and nanoscale systems. Key areas include the study of hard sphere systems, monolayers of anisotropic particles on substrates, phase diagrams for complex colloidal mixtures, and the development of dynamic density functional theory approaches. His research often involves sophisticated computational modeling combined with close collaboration with experimental groups, such as Prof. Frank Schreiber's experimental group at Tübingen. His publication record demonstrates consistent contributions to the field since 2006, with recent work (2016-2018) focusing on thin film growth with anisotropic particles, monolayer systems of hard rods, phase transitions in colloidal mixtures, and advanced diffusion phenomena in confined systems. The research shows a clear trajectory from fundamental theoretical developments toward applications in materials science and nanotechnology. Professor Oettel actively supervises doctoral students, as evidenced by the 2023 job posting for a PhD position in modeling thin film growth within a DAAD-CAPES project involving collaboration with Prof. Frank Schreiber (Tübingen) and Prof. Fabio Reis (Federal Fluminense University, Brazil). This position required work on both simulations and dynamic density functional theory, with an extended research stay in Brazil. He maintains the Computational Soft Matter and Nano-Science Chair (Lehrstuhl für Computational Soft Matter and Nano-Science) at the University of Tübingen, where his research group investigates the physics of soft condensed matter systems through computational approaches. The group's work bridges theoretical physics with practical applications in materials science, particularly in organic electronics and nanoscale systems.

• Polymer Science
• Physical Chemistry
• Nanofabrication
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Andreas Fery is a Professor of Physical Chemistry of Polymeric Materials at the Technical University of Dresden and Head of the Institute of Physical Chemistry and Physics of Polymers at the Leibniz Institute of Polymer Research Dresden . His career spans leadership roles since 2015 at TU Dresden, prior professorship at the University of Bayreuth (2001-2015), and group leadership at the Max Planck Institute of Colloids and Interfaces (2001-2007). His research focuses on physical chemistry of polymers , nanofabrication , and nanophotonic materials . Recent work includes hybrid piezoelectric-trioboelectric tactile sensors , quantum dot metasurfaces , and structural analysis of metal-organic frameworks . Key subfields include nanoscale imaging , flexible electronics , and energy-efficient nanodevices . Recent publications highlight interdisciplinary advancements in nanomaterials and sensor technologies . Collaborations span institutions like Technische Universität Dresden , Leibniz Institute , and Max Planck Institute . He is affiliated with the Center for Regenerative Therapies Dresden and Center for Molecular and Cellular Bioengineering , though his core work remains in materials chemistry. Contact: andreas.fery@tu-dresden.de

Martin Presseltمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Organic Thin Films
• Quantum Detection
• Supramolecular Chemistry
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Martin Presselt is a researcher at the Leibniz Institute of Photonic Technology (IPHT) , focusing on Photonics and Quantum Detection . He leads the working group on Organic Thin Films and Interfaces, exploring applications in energy transfer, sensing, and material stability. Research Themes : Interfacial engineering, electrochemical sensors, solar cell longevity, and supramolecular design. Notable Collaborations : Sarah Jasmin Finkelmeyer, Benjamin Dietzek-Ivanšić, Ksenija Glusac, Sylvestre Bonnet. His recent work includes defect-free anisotropic membranes via plasticizers (Journal of Colloid and Interface Science, 2025), optical property tuning through intermolecular interactions (Chemistry-A European Journal, 2025), and calcium-sensitive TTA upconversion systems (Journal of Physical Chemistry Letters, 2024). He investigates graphene nanoribbon electrochemistry (JACS, 2024) and amphiphilic additives for solar cells (ACS Applied Electronic Materials, 2024). He contributes to cross-disciplinary perspectives on weak interactions (PCCP, 2023) and develops bifacial dye membranes for photocatalysis (Advanced Materials, 2023). His studies combine experimental and computational approaches, addressing challenges in material longevity and functional design. Contact : martin.presselt@leibniz-ipht.de